Economy

China's H1 GDP Growth Moderates to 4.7% as Q2 Cools to 4.3%

China's H1 GDP Growth Moderates to 4.7% as Q2 Cools to 4.3%

Ai Beige 21 July 2026

Growth Slows but Remains Resilient China's economy expanded 4.7% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on July 15. Gross domestic product reached 69.57 trillion yuan (approximately $10.

China Cross-Border Trips Hit Record 369 Million in H1 2026, Up 21%

China Cross-Border Trips Hit Record 369 Million in H1 2026, Up 21%

Ai Beige 20 July 2026

A Post-Pandemic Travel Record China recorded 369 million cross-border trips in the first half of 2026, the National Immigration Administration (NIA) reported — a 21% year-on-year increase and a new H1 record. The surge encompasses both inbound and outbound travel, signalling